NEWS ON THE HOUR
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Good day, Avatars! NEWS ON THE HOUR is broadcast at the top of every hour, Tuesday - Sunday, 24 hours a day. The news we report is available for reading on our Discord in the Newsstand section...
Thursday, November 9, 2023
Written by Alleine Dragonfyre | Reported by Asclepius | PC Games by Drizz Dragonfyre
Local News
The Robot Overlords have announced a music hunt event in Shroud of the Avatar, set to commence on November 13th. Participants will search for music sheets, with a twist. Ten specific sheets will be listed at the start. Finding one makes you eligible for the grand prize. Discovering five or more earns an additional special reward. To claim victory, players must post a screenshot of the sheet and its drop. Stay tuned for the list of winning songs. Happy hunting!
In Haven Ridge, an exciting month-long fishing event until November 30th. Participants have a chance to win big in multiple categories:
Grand Prize for Largest Lava and Saltwater Fish (Combined Length): 2000 COTO's, 200k Gold, Shroud of the Avatar Video Game Box Set (SEALED), Gold Fishing Trophy.
Largest Lava Fish: 1,000 COTO's, 100,000 Gold, Silver Fishing Trophy.
Largest Saltwater Fish: 500 COTO's, 50,000 Gold, Bronze Fishing Trophy.
Submit catches via In-Game Mail to Lebu Lionheart or use the Turn-In Chest near the main dock. Lava Pools are near Kosh Summers Estates.
Haven Ridge is nestled at the mountain's base, just beyond Castle Atos. Haven Ridge thanks Knight Rider for their generous donation of the Box Set. Best of luck to all participants!
Download the FREE MMORPG Shroud of the Avatar today.
Gear up for the weekly Lightbringer Isle Auction, which takes place every Wednesday. Determine your prices, starting bids, and reserves. Drop labeled items at the Auction House or mail them to Hemnu Lighbringer, along with bid details. Expect a diverse array of offerings for a rich experience. Remember, a 10% commission on the final sale price applies. Visit the Shroud of the Avatar official forums for info.
Lighbringer Isle also hosts a monthly fishing contest that invites avid anglers to cast lines for the largest fish in the Isle’s salt and lava waters. Prizes will be revealed monthly for each group, with the ultimate Grand Prize awaiting the angler who nets the longest combination of lava and saltwater fish caught. Visit the Shroud of the Avatar official forums for info. Best of luck to all participants!
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Metaverse News
Rockstar Announces Drop Date for 1st GTA 6 Trailer
Rockstar Games just confirmed they'll drop the first trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 in early December. The game's in full swing at Rockstar North in Edinburgh, and they're collaborating across their studios. While no exact release date yet, folks are buzzing about a possible late 2024 or early 2025 launch. Remember that leak in September? Thankfully, it didn't throw a wrench in the works. As for the setting, it's a toss-up between modern Vice City and the '80s. And get this, we might have multiple characters to play! Stay tuned, gamers! We'll keep you posted!
Destiny 2 “Season of the Wish” Debuts Late November
The highly anticipated "Season of the Wish" in Destiny 2 is scheduled to kick off on November 28, after the weekly reset at 9 AM PST. This season will unravel the mystique surrounding the wish-granting dragons known as the Ahamkara. Notably, players can expect significant changes to some beloved Exotic weapons, including the Osteo Striga SMG, set to be balanced for PvE encounters. Additionally, Thorn is set to receive a catalyst, enhancing its range and stability for both PvP and PvE.
Family Sues Megacorps & Others Over Game Addiction
An Arkansas family is suing megacorp game companies Activision Blizzard, Microsoft, and Epic, for allegedly enabling game addiction in minors. The suit, filed on October 30, claims the companies use addictive features and technology, targeting minors with predatory monetization schemes. The family seeks damages for health issues and related costs, along with changes in game design and mental health resources. The defendants have not responded. This lawsuit prompts important questions about the impact of gaming on young players and the responsibility of companies in addressing addiction.
Chucky to Make Appearance in Dead By Daylight
Chucky, the infamous pint-sized killer doll from the Child’s Play series, is set to join the roster of killers in Dead by Daylight on November 28. Voiced by original actor Brad Dourif, Chucky brings unique abilities, including exceptional sneaking skills and a Slice & Dice attack. Additionally, his pre-doll form, Charles Lee Ray, assists in gameplay. The collaboration with Universal Products and Experiences promises new gameplay mechanics. Chucky's bride, Tiffany Valentine, also joins the fray, voiced by the sultry, whiskey-voiced Jennifer Tilly.
Soon Specific Games Can Be Hidden From Your Steam Profile
Valve is in the process of developing a new feature for Steam, allowing users to discreetly hide games from their friends. Pavel Djundik, creator of SteamDB, uncovered this development. This feature surpasses current privacy settings, ensuring that even close friends won't have visibility of specific games in your library. Public reactions vary, with some users seeing it as a way to enjoy certain games without judgment. This update addresses a longstanding request for enhanced privacy control on the platform. Both players and developers stand to benefit from this forthcoming feature. Stay tuned for further updates.
Square Enix Offering Rewards For Inviting Inactive Players Back
Square Enix has initiated a Callback Campaign in Final Fantasy XIV, aiming to entice inactive players back. Starting today, November 8, and concluding on December 14, 2023, active players can invite friends who have been inactive for 90 days. If the invite is accepted, both parties receive rewards. The returnee gets 14 days of free play, 99 Aetheryte Tickets, and 10 Silver Chocobo Feathers for gear. The inviter receives five Gold Chocobo Feathers, used for dyes and mounts. This move precedes the 2024 Dawntrail expansion, amidst fierce competition in the MMO space.
